Glossary
Kiwi
A colloquial nickname for New Zealanders, derived from the native kiwi bird, symbolizing national identity and pride.
Aotearoa
The Māori name for New Zealand, meaning “Land of the Long White Cloud,” reflecting the country’s bicultural heritage.
Pākehā
A Māori term for New Zealanders of European descent, widely used in cultural and historical contexts.
Tangata Whenua
A Māori phrase meaning “people of the land,” referring to the indigenous Māori population of New Zealand.
Whānau
A Māori word for family, encompassing extended family and community connections central to Māori culture.
Mana
A Māori concept representing authority, prestige, and spiritual power, integral to social and cultural interactions.
Haka
A traditional Māori performance of chants and movements, often associated with New Zealand’s cultural identity and sports teams.
Mana
A Māori concept representing authority, prestige, and spiritual power, integral to social and cultural interactions.
Haka
A traditional Māori performance of chants and movements, often associated with New Zealand’s cultural identity and sports teams.
Iwi
The Māori term for tribe, denoting larger social groups within Māori culture with unique traditions and histories.
Haka
A traditional Māori performance of chants and movements, often associated with New Zealand’s cultural identity and sports teams.
Jandal
The New Zealand term for flip-flops, a staple of Kiwi summer culture and casual outdoor lifestyle.
Bach
A modest holiday home or beach house in New Zealand, reflecting the Kiwi love for relaxation and the outdoors.
Togs
The New Zealand word for swimwear, commonly used for trips to the beach or pool.
Dairy
A small local convenience store in New Zealand, selling everyday essentials and snacks, rooted in community culture.